Kirkstall Travel Guide
Leeds
Visit Kirkstall
Popular places to visit
Kirkstall Abbey
Wander the grounds of a beautifully preserved medieval abbey set on the grassy banks of the River Aire and uncover the history within the complex’s grand ruins.
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
Roundhay Park
One of the largest city parks in Europe has a huge expanse of parkland, woods, lakes, gardens and lush tropical glasshouses to explore and enjoy.
Royal Armouries
Discover the world of weaponry at this purpose-built museum, which contains the national collection of arms and armor from throughout the ages.
First Direct Arena
Its honeycombed exterior glowing like a beacon at night, Leeds’ modern music venue draws crowds nightly to its shows featuring local and international stars.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Harewood. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
LIVERPOOL: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Top hotels in Kirkstall
The Queens Hotel
"Lovely hotel rooms very nice. Very good buffet breakfast."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Leeds
"This hotel is not far from city centre nice walk into centre staff friendly and polite rooms are to die for clean comfortable living just perfect very modern hotel food is gorgeous and very good prices breakfast food well what can I say wonderful everything about my experience says it above"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Great Victoria Hotel
"It was fine. Great central location, right next to the train and bus station. My room was nice and quiet."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Leeds Marriott Hotel
"A really good hotel. Great staff, decent room and bed and a very decent breakfast for the money. Location is fantastic too, right in the heart of Leeds"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG
"I’ve stayed here many times for business and the breakfast is always good and the rooms always clean. I was here for 6 nights which has been my longest stay. What was really noticeable over a longer period was how EVERY staff member was so polite, helpful and friendly."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Yorkshire
"Absolutely loved our stay. Check-in was simple, staff were helpful and the hotel has clearly been renovated recently to a high standard. Breakfast was up there with the best I've ever had in a hotel. Also cracking view over the town and beyond from the Skybar in which the breakfast was served. We ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kirkstall
Burley
Burley might not have many top sights, but Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Headingley
When in Headingley, you can plan a visit to Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hyde Park
If you're spending some time in Hyde Park, Hyde Park Picture House and M&S Company Archive are top sights worth seeing.
New Wortley
While there might not be top attractions in New Wortley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Leeds Park Square and Canal Wharf.
Arena Quarter
While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Leeds Grand Theatre and O2 Academy Leeds.
Leeds City Center
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Leeds City Center. Make a stop by Trinity Leeds Mall or Briggate while you're exploring the area.
